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Naruto: Shippūden (2007)

S4E72 The Quietly Approaching Threat

Aug 21, 2008 Season 4 Episode 72 Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Asuma visits the grave of the Third Hokage, expressing his regret for not grasping the meaning behind his mentor's words about the true nature of the "king" in the Fire Country. Meanwhile, Naruto and Sai are recuperating in the hospital, though Naruto is eager to get back to training. Tsunade receives an urgent update from Kakashi regarding Akatsuki's movements. In a different location, Yugito Nii, the host of the Two Tails, faces off against Hidan and Kakuzu. Despite her efforts to unleash the Two Tails, she is ultimately defeated and taken captive. Hidan and Kakuzu then set their sights on the Fire Country as their next target.